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Ferries & Water Taxis in Maryland

16 of the 899 marinas and boating businesses we track in Maryland are ferry services and passenger boats. Full listings for every city are on the Maryland page.

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Ferry routes vary widely between scheduled vehicular crossings, seasonal island shuttles, and passenger-only urban water taxis. Choosing the right service depends on whether you are transporting a vehicle, traveling with pets, or needing a strict commuter timeline. Map pins show terminal docks, but they do not indicate reservation requirements, vehicle height limits, or seasonal sailing schedules.

Edgewater 2

  1. Island Chill Yacht Charters

    832 Shore Dr, Edgewater, MD 21037

    Call Website All Edgewater

  2. Elite Boat Repair

    3922 Calawasse Rd, Edgewater, MD 21037-4518

    Call Website All Edgewater

Ocean City 2

  1. Oc Rocket

    311 Talbot St, Ocean City, MD 21842-4149

    Call Website All Ocean City

  2. Talkin Trash Sportfishing

    12940 Inlet Isle Ln, Ocean City, MD 21842-9801

    Call Website All Ocean City

Baltimore 1

  1. The Black Eyed Susan

    2600 Boston St, Baltimore, MD 21224-3667

    Call All Baltimore

Berlin 1

  1. Gum Point Landing Boat Ramp

    111426 Gum Point Road, Berlin, MD 21811

    Call Website All Berlin

Curtis Bay 1

  1. Crewboats To Go

    6211 Pennington Ave, Curtis Bay, MD 21226-1641

    Call All Curtis Bay

Ewell 1

  1. Island Belle II

    20898 Caleb Jones Rd, Ewell, MD 21824-9716

    Call Website All Ewell

Oxford 1

  1. Oxford Bellevue Ferry

    101 Strand, Oxford, MD 21654

    Call Website All Oxford

Poolesville 1

  1. Edwards Ferry

    Edwards Ferry Rd, Poolesville, MD 20837

    Boat ramp
    Call All Poolesville

Quantico 1

  1. Whitehaven Ferry

    Whitehaven Ferry Rd, Quantico, MD 21853

    Call Website All Quantico

Ridge 1

  1. Point Lookout To Smith Island Tourist Ferry

    16244 Millers Wharf Rd, Ridge, MD 20680-3122

    Website All Ridge

Smithsburg 1

  1. American Sparkle Water Services

    11820 Paden Ave, Smithsburg, MD 21783

    Call All Smithsburg

Sparrows Point 1

  1. Legal Hooker Charter Fishing

    2103 Creek Rd, Sparrows Point, MD 21219-2221

    Call Website All Sparrows Point

St Michaels 1

  1. St. Michaels Harbor Shuttle Services

    Mulberry St, St Michaels, MD 21663

    Call Website All St Michaels

Tyaskin 1

  1. Cedar Hill Marina

    Tyaskin, MD

Book vehicle spots early. Many island and long-distance passenger ferries require advance reservations for cars during peak summer months, while walk-on passengers can often buy tickets at the pier.

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Good to know

Do I need to arrive early if I already bought a ticket?

Yes, most operators require vehicles to be in the boarding lane 30 to 60 minutes before departure. Walk-on passengers usually need to clear the gate 15 to 20 minutes prior to sailing. Late arrivals risk losing their reserved spot to standby commuters.

Are pets allowed on ferry crossings?

Policies depend on the specific line and duration of the trip. Many passenger ferries allow leashed dogs on exterior decks, while vehicle ferries often require pets to remain inside your personal car during the transit. Always check specific carrier rules before arriving at the terminal.

How much do passenger and vehicle ferry tickets usually cost?

Short commuter water taxis often cost under $10 per passenger. Longer vehicular crossings to islands typically range from $20 to over $100 depending on the size of the vehicle, the number of passengers, and peak seasonal pricing.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Maryland, check the 16 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Maryland, MarinaAtlas indexes 16 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.